Utah

Natalie Nicole Clark 6 years in Utah’s Foster Care System 22 years old She/her/hers Natalie spent about 6 years in Utah’s foster care system between the ages of 3 and 18; she had too many placements to keep track - especially during her teenage years. Natalie graduated from the University... Read more

Katelyn Stark 3 years in Utah’s Foster Care System 19 years old She/Her/Hers Katelyn was born in Phoenix, Arizona. She has spent most of her life going back and forth between Las Vegas, Nevada, and Cedar City, Utah. Katelyn entered care in 2017 at 16 because of her Mother’s continued... Read more

Zachary entered care at age 12 Zachary states that he has “experienced every facet of foster care.” His volunteer service has included working on youth boards, participating in Shadow Day, caring for abandoned and homeless dogs, and environmental cleanup projects. He has also been recognized as a 0Youth Villages Scholar... Read more

Emmanuel experienced foster care in Utah Emmanuel experienced 3 placements and homelessness before finding loving permanence with his current foster family. He has been the Vice President of the Future Business Leaders of America chapter at his school. He is committed to supporting other youth in care and is developing... Read more

4 years in Utah’s foster care system 18 years old He/Him/His Miguel entered foster care at the age of 14, he has had 7 placements mostly of which were foster homes and congregate care. Some of the challenges he experienced were due to the instability of placements and school. Currently,... Read more

3+ years in Utah's foster care system 19 years old She/Her/Hers Olivia entered foster care at the age of 16, and has been in 5 placements including kinship, adoptive, group home, independent living and a foster home. After trying out multiple different placements, she found a loving home with her... Read more

Hillary of Utah was placed in the foster care system at the age of 13. Hillary’s time in care included moving between foster homes, the Girls Group Home shelter, and with teachers during her last year of high school. With strong perseverance and dedication, Hillary was able to continue her... Read more

Gabriel Trane was placed in the foster care system in the state Utah at the age of 15. Gabriel went through three placements and states that he learned from each situation. Gabriel was involved in the TAL program and was in charge of the eastern region for foster kids. Gabriel... Read more

Alexander Andersen spent three years in the Utah Foster Care System. Alexander attended Bridgerland Applied Technology College, where he was enrolled in a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) course. After completing the course, passing the state test, and completing 48 hours of clinical non-paid work at a nursing home, Alexander received... Read more